Exploring Artistic Photography Heritage During Tage der Archive at FOTOHOF in Salzburg
Visitors and photography enthusiasts in Salzburg have a unique opportunity to look behind the scenes of artistic photography preservation. FOTOHOF is opening its archive doors for a special series of public tours and expert-led presentations running from June 8 to June 12, 2026. Held in conjunction with the International Day of the Archives, these events offer direct insight into how photographic works are collected, digitized, restored, and prepared for public exhibitions and publications.
What to Expect at the FOTOHOF Archive Tours
Located at Sparkassenstraße 2, the FOTOHOF archive serves as a crucial hub for contemporary and historic photographic art. The upcoming archive days provide a comprehensive look at the entire lifecycle of a photographic work—from initial documentation to museum-standard conservation. Participation in all scheduled sessions is free of charge, and no advance registration is required.
The curated program features distinct thematic presentations led by specialists and curators:
- June 9, 2026, at 18:00 – How Art Is Made: Curator Anna Aicher explores new productions derived from photographic estates. Using the work of Graz-based photo artist Manfred Willmann as a case study, the session illustrates how early photographs are brought into new editions.
- June 10, 2026, at 18:00 – Quattro stagioni: Focusing on the practice of artist Michaela Moscouw, curator Peter Schreiner discusses the conceptual strategies and conservation challenges involved in the recycling and repurposing of photographic imagery.
- June 11, 2026, at 18:00 – On the Preservation of Photographic Art: Photo-restorer Maria Emberger and Kurt Kaindl offer practical insights into collecting, storing, and restoring photographic works. Attendees are encouraged to bring limited personal examples of photographs or negatives for discussion and advice on proper home preservation techniques.
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